Ion lithium batteries

[Micahgerv_imp]

Just a quick poll. How do you guys feel about ion-lithium replacement batteries. Obviously OEM is preferred, but I just got a high end ion-lith for my birthday and was wondering what the general consensus was. The research I've done seems to sing high praises and my OEM was toast anyways. The weight difference is amazing honestly.

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[Honda_Fan_imp]

I try to move with the times and enjoy latest technological breakthroughs

[Lord Popgun]

I think what you’ll find is that a number of members have them and like them and another number of us (me and at least Ferret) go stock OEM. There is discussion of them here and there on the board.

OK, just did a search on Lithum Ion and a bunch of threads came up.

[max]

You can rightfully feel very pleased with the gift and the thoughtful group behind it.
At this point i believe we are almost at the point of changing to lithium, but some more evaluation is required before i make the decision,( i'm thinking a consistent track record and when perhaps Honda starts putting them in their bikes ) it is very important that the battery has an internal management system that controls the individual cell voltage to prevent runaway for any reason, if that is the case you can look forward to a carefree and reliable battery life , some very positive story's are around and as technology progresses will become the norm.

Personally the lithium stuff has overtaken all other battery tech so far in my case and with some very surprising results in batteries other than in my bike, some really go the distance.

[Cormanus]

Micahgerv, here's one thread with a satisfied LioN customer. http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=5457

[peterbaron]

General opinion is that IL batteries last longer than acid flooded or AGM, especially in hot climate.
I still have my OEM that was transferred from my "13 to "14 model, so I let "13 model go with newly purchased acid flooded battery.
If OEM fails, I will make my decision to buy one, and is very unlikely to be AGM due experienced short life in automotive business.
The bottom line: as long as it cranks over and lasts 5 seasons, I have no complaints about its type = will not buy cheep, cause costs twice as the good one.
More important to me are i.e. tires than a box with 2 opposite terminals..

[GoldOxide_imp]

A wet lead acid can last for decades if properly maintained. Farmers have been doing this. This also implies lead acid are resilient over a very high count of recharges and deep discharges.

AGMs make sense for vehicles that experience constant mechanical events, probably Lion too.

Lion have finite count of recharge cycles.

Lion are higher capacity thus allowing for higher loads in the vehicle. It opens possibilities where lead-based batteries cannot do conveniently.

Lion can be more dangerous under certain circumstances and quality of manufacturer.

Lion are more expensive.

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If your ride was engineered around a 12V AGM or traditional lead acid battery, probably makes the most economical sense keep using the same battery technology.

If your ride has enhanced features that justify a Lion source, then its premium is probably justified.

[Houtman_imp]

I only buy the Yuasa OEM batteries , not cheap but excellent .

[GoldOxide_imp]

I only buy the Yuasa OEM batteries , not cheap but excellent .

I tend to agree.

[rboe]

Lead acid will not last decades in Phoenix based on my experience. Shorai had a sale last year so I picked one up but it does NOT have an internal circuit for charging. Picked up a L-Ion battery for my go box battery supply (telescope, ham radio etc.) and it DOES have the extra circuitry. Got it from Batteries Plus and Bulbs. No more Shorai for me.